St. Johns Community Center

Community And Arts Center
St Johns Community Center Exterior
Portland Parks & Recreation community centers are open to provide recreation for all.
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Inclement Weather Policy and Closures
PP&R classes, activities, rentals, and sports events may be canceled due to inclement weather, such as ice, snow, or extreme heat. Call 503-823-2533 or visit portland.gov/parks/closures for the most current information. Some recreation programs may run as conditions and staff availability allow. Safety is a major factor in determining operations at each PP&R facility. PP&R facilities, our social media outlets, and our website will all feature operating information including opening and closing times.


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Portland Parks & Recreation is looking for team-oriented, enthusiastic, and qualified staff!  Join our team today. 

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Access Pass - Reduced Pricing

Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) believes recreation is for everyone. We know that the price of programs and activities prevents some community members from being able to participate. Thanks to the Parks Local Option Levy (Parks Levy) we can offer new payment options for people who live within the City of Portland. City of Portland residents can register for a free Access Pass to receive an ongoing discount of 25, 50, 75, or 90% based on financial need. The pass is valid for 12 months from the date of enrollment. No proof of income is required.

Learn more about the Access Pass 


Sign Up for Activities

Register online, over the phone through the Customer Service Center (503-823-2525), or by calling or visiting any PP&R community or arts center.  

Summer activities take place from June 26 through August 27 and are now viewable online.

  • May 17 — Register beginning at 12:30 pm for spring activities that start on or after June 26.
  • June 21 — Register beginning at 12:30 pm for spring activities that start on or after July 31.

View and sign up for activities online

View PP&R's Summer 2023 Activity Guide

View and sign up for youth camps at St. Johns Community Center


Drop-In Activities

  • Monday
    9:00–10:45am— Indoor Park (age 1–5) 
    11:30am–1:30pm—Adult Pickleball ( age 18+)
    3:30–5:00pm—Youth/Teen Open Gym (age 20 and younger, FREE)
  • Tuesday
    9:00–11:00am—Adult Pickleball ( age 18+)
    9:00–10:30am—Toddler Gym (age 6 months–3 years)
  • Wednesday
    9:00–10:30am—Toddler Gym (age 6 months–3 years) 
    3:30–5:00pm—Youth/Teen Open Gym (age 20 and younger, FREE)
  • Thursday
    9:00–10:45am—Indoor Park (age 1–5) 
    9:00–10:30am—Toddler Gym (age 6 months–3 years)
    3:30–5:00pm—Youth/Teen Open Gym (age 20 and younger, FREE)
    6:00–8:00pm—Adult Pickleball ( age 18+)
  • Friday
    9:30–11:15am—Toddler Gym (age 6 months–3 years)
    3:30–5:00pm—Youth/Teen Open Gym (age 20 and younger, FREE)
  • Saturday
    10:00am–12:00pm—Adult Basketball (18+)

Portland Parks Preschool

Now enrolling for the 2023-2024 school year. Discount options are available. View schedules and learn more about Portland Parks Preschool at portland.gov/parks/preschool.


SOAR (Afterschool Program)

Student Oriented Afterschool Recreation

A school year program serving grades K-5 from James John and Sitton Elementary Schools. We provide transportation from school to our center.

An enriching environment with entertaining and challenging activities that enhance children's development and promotes self-esteem. Relish opportunities such as homework help, sports and games, social interaction, arts and crafts, education, and time making new friends. The place to be! SOAR does not operate on Portland Public School non-school days.

  • For more information, please call 503-823-3192.
  • To secure a space in our program, a $40 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration. If this is a barrier to participation, the deposit can be collected at a later date upon request.

St. Johns Community Center Roof and HVAC Replacement

Thanks to funding from the Parks Replacement Bond, St. Johns Community Center received a roof replacement and a replacement HVAC system to improve heating and cooling. The heating/cooling (HVAC) system installation work was completed in 2017. The building's roof was replaced in summer 2018.

Project Schedule

Fall 2015 - Winter 2015/16
Design Development

Winter 2016/17 - Spring 2017
Permitting and Bidding

Summer 2017 - Fall 2017
Construction for HVAC system

Spring 2018 - Summer 2018
Roof replacement

Year acquired
1948
Size in acres
0.00
History

Built in 1940, this center was originally part of a recreation complex that served the large number of workers in the Kaiser shipyards during World War II. When the war was over, the pre-fabricated building was dismantled and moved on flatbed trucks, piece by piece, to its current location. This new home was two blocks from the center of downtown St. Johns, at the edge of a large cherry and prune orchard. Some of the old fruit trees still stand on the center's grounds.

In 1998-99, a number of improvements were made using funds from 1994 General Obligation Bond. In 2018, St. Johns Community Center received a roof and HVAC system replacement thanks to funds from the Parks Replacement Bond.

Park Location or Entrance

8427 N Central Street
Portland, OR 97203

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Open hours

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:30am-6:00pm
Thursday: 8:30am-8:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am–12:00pm
Sunday: CLOSED

Building Closures and Special Hours
May 29– CLOSED
June 19–CLOSED
September 4–CLOSED 

Upcoming Events

Contact

St. Johns Community Center

Monica Nettle

St. Johns CC Building Supervisor

Park amenities/activities

Gymnasium
Preschool Program
Rock Climbing Wall
Wireless Internet Access (WiFi)
Basketball Court (Indoor)

Neighborhood

City section

North